CSIR introduces new technology to help farmers prevent crop diseases

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has introduced an early detection technology known as ‘Spore Smart Collector’ to help farmers identify crop diseases before they spread. A demonstration meeting brought together farmers, Agricultural Extension Officers, Directors from the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA), and research scientists to discuss the benefits and possible rollout of the technology.

By Caleb Ahinakwah